| Flowers on long, thick spike (spadix) containing many small florets. Leaves are long, smooth, sword-like with a glossy finish. Perennial plant of damp, wet, or shady places with acrid or pungent juice and aromatic roots. | |
| Flora of North America: Discussion, key to genera (opens new window) | |
| Flower Formula: Sepals ; Petals | Glossary |
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| Acorus
calamus, sweet flag |
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